Premises Liability Attorneys

At Morgan & Morgan, our premises liability attorneys help
residents who were injured on another’s property recover the
compensation to which they are entitled.

If you or a loved one has been
injured, we may be able to assist with your claim by estimating the cost
of your accident-related damages; collecting evidence to help prove the
property owner is liable for your losses; negotiating a settlement with
the property owner, tenant or their insurance company; and providing
representation in court, if necessary.

At our nationwide law firm, our attorneys have developed an impressive track record of results in
handling premises liability cases, which includes a $6 million
settlement for a Florida man who suffered severe brain damage, and are
offering free consultations to those who were injured on another’s
property.

Is the Property Owner Liable?

In some states like Florida, property owners have an obligation to keep their premises
safe and secure. They are required by law to fix any hazards on their
property and, at the very least, make sure that guests are adequately
warned of any dangers. When a property owner is negligent in maintaining
their premises, and a visitor is injured as a result, our attorneys may
be able to help the injured party recover compensation for their losses.
In Florida, a landowner can be considered negligent if they knew or
should have known of a hazard and failed to repair it, or failed to
provide warning about a known hazard.

Levels of Care for Property Owners

Property owners owe different levels of care depending on the type of
guest they are hosting.

Invitees: Invitees are those who are invited to enter or remain on
the premises for a commercial benefit of the property owner. For
instance, a customer in a grocery store would be considered an invitee,
as the store actively invites the public to enter onto its premises for
the purchase of food and other goods. Property owners owe these invitees
or guests the highest level of care. For these guests, property owners
are required to inspect their premises and provide warnings about any
hazards. As a result of the mandatory inspections, property owners may
be liable for any hazard of which they should be aware.

Licensees: Friends, family members, and any other social guests are
considered licensees. The main difference between invitees and licensees
is that the latter are invited to enter or remain on the premises for
non-business or commercial purposes. Property owners are required to
maintain and fix any hazardous areas of the property. Unlike business
invitees, property owners are only liable for dangers they know about—as
opposed to what they should have known.

Trespassers: A property owner’s obligation to
trespassers is significantly less than that of a business invitee or
licensee. The property owner is not allowed to intentionally set up
hazardous areas on their premises to guard against trespassers.

Types of Premises Liability Claims

Swimming Pool Accidents: These types of cases can occur because the
pool is not properly protected by a fence or barrier. When a property
owner fails to adequately secure their pool, they may be found liable
for any injury that occurs as a result.

Amusement Park Accidents: We deal with a fair number of theme park
accidents. These accidents can range from minor injuries to deadly
accidents depending on when and how the accident occurred. It is
important to remember that a waiver does not automatically exempt a
property owner from liability for injuries.

Slip and Falls: Slip and falls usually occur because the victim has
not been properly alerted by the property owner of hazards such as wet
floors, icy grounds, slippery surfaces, or uneven pavement.

Assault Due to Negligent Security: Property owners are
required to provide security when their property is located in an area
that is likely to attract crime. The property owner can be found liable
if an attack occurs on a piece of property that lacks adequate security.
Examples can include assaults that occur in mall parking lots or rapes
in hotel rooms.

Elevator/Escalator Accident: Individuals who have been
injured due to the malfunction of an elevator or escalator may be able
to file a premises liability lawsuit against the owner of the property.
Victims of elevator and escalator accidents may also be able to file a
claim against the manufacturer of the elevator or escalator.

What Can I Recover in a Premises Liability Suit?

In a Florida premises liability case, your attorney may be able to help
you recover compensation for the following:

Medical Bills: Victims may be able to collect compensation for any
medical bills incurred as a result of their injury. This can include
doctor visits, surgeries, physical therapy, medication, and future
medical care.

Lost Wages: Victims can be compensated for any work missed due to
the injury and may be able to collect compensation for decreased future
earning ability.

Pain and Suffering: In a premises liability lawsuit, individuals may
be entitled to compensation for any lasting physical or emotional pain
suffered as a result of their injury.

Wrongful Death: When a person dies as a result of another’s
negligence, the family of the victim may be able to file a wrongful
death lawsuit. Families of deceased victims may be able to collect
compensation for any financial damage, such as loss of income, resulting
from their loved one’s death. Families may also be able to seek
compensation for pain and suffering.

If you or someone you love has suffered an injury on another’s
property, you may be able to file a premises liability claim. Contact
the attorneys at our offices, at no cost
to you, today to find out if you have legal recourse.

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